Let’s say you are the HR manager of a company with employees from many countries. You’ve been hearing from supervisors that some ESL team members may need more English skills. Maybe …
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Not long ago, I heard a story that reminds me of how important it is for employees whose native language is not English to understand company benefits. I used to go …
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If you just moved to Seattle, or if you haven’t explored much of Seattle, there are some beaches worth visiting. A few of these are just half an hour from the …
Have you ever done a performance review for an employee from another culture that takes way too little time? Especially the parts that indicate how they have improved themselves. There may …
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Seattle is one of the best places to be in during summer months. It’s not as hot as some parts of the country. And we have sunny days most of the …
Most of my articles have been on how international students, professionals, and immigrants can improve their English or adjust more easily to their new culture. This article is going to be …
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Is it possible to learn discussion skills if you did not grow up with them in your native culture? I believe so. I have seen international students and immigrant employees learn …
What do you look for when shopping for a university? Whether they have the program you want is certainly one factor. How good that program is would be another. Leaving financial …
So you have decided to work with a tutor to improve your English. Now you have to find the right tutor for you. If you want to work long-term with this …
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If you are new to Washington State, or not so new, there is one place that is worth a visit. The San Juan Islands. The ferry ride alone is worth the …